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Dog days at the garden breaks the rules at the Botanical Garden in St. John's for one day every month.
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Dog days at the garden

October 29, 2026 Noah Johnston 0

A monthly event breaks the rule against pets at Memorial University Botanical Garden

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‘Bunpocalypse’: Overbreeding Domesticated Rabbits

April 11, 2025 Mahalia Ardis 0

It may be Easter, but not all bunnies bring chocolate eggs. Mount Pearl pet store, Critters ‘n’ Things has stopped carrying rabbits due to animal shelters already being over-run with them. A local bunny enthusiast […]

A black cat, with a patch of white on its chest. It has glowing green eyes.
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New business makes pet ownership more accessible

February 22, 2024 Abigail Butler 0

Pet Uber is providing convenience for pet owners in St. John’s and Mount Pearl, but it’s also alleviating stress faced by those with mobility issues.

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Online pet scams have long-term effects in city

October 12, 2023 Madison Ryan 0

Whether it’s a fake advertisement for a dog or a call for fundraising, pet-related scams are on the rise.

Two pale hands are crossing over each other on the chest of a CPR dog dummy. The CPR dummy is brown, and shaped like a puppy. There is a gold watch and ring on one of the man's hands. The man is kneeled on the floor, and the CPR dummy looks as if it is laying on the floor. The floor has white tiles with grey spots.
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‘It’s about preserving life’: First aid can also help animals

February 23, 2023 Madison Ryan 0

A trainer for St. John ambulance says animals and people have a lot in common when it comes to saving their lives.

SL Vet costs
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A choice no pet owner ever wants to make.

April 7, 2022 Sarah Lewis 0

How vet costs forced one local woman to choose between finances, or her beloved cat.  Sarah Lewis Kicker News

Ivan Morgan, a volunteer at Heavenly Creatures, says they work hard to make sure pets are well-matched to the adoptive family. He says the generosity of donors and volunteers at Christmas is heartening.
Lifestyles

Things to consider before getting a new pet at Christmas

December 2, 2021 Alex Wicks 0

A new pet can be exciting for a whole family, but it’s important to consider all the possibilities before bringing a new pet into your home at Christmastime.

Christine Doucette stands by the cages at the N.L. West SPCA
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The cost of animal vaccination

April 8, 2021 James Grudic 0

Each animal that comes through the N.L. West S.P.C.A. needs to be vaccinated, often several times. Those bills add up. James Grudic Kicker

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Pets have put a smile on people’s faces during a tough year

November 19, 2020 Kyle Curtis 0

Newfoundlanders help provide a home for animals in need during the pandemic.

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Winter pet safety isn’t far-fetched

November 23, 2017 Victoria Plowman 0

With low temperatures and icy weather fast approaching, many pet owners are unaware of things they should be doing to take care of their animals.

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